The XS Noize Podcast

Hailing from Wales Catherine Anne Davies aka The Anchoress is a woman of numerous talents; a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and PhD holder. She lists among her musical credits co-producing with Paul Draper, being a member of Simple Minds on their recent tour, and a member of the Scottish super group The Dark Flowers. Catherine Anne Davies, released her debut album, the brilliant 'Confessions of...

Former Mansun front-man Paul Draper recently released his first solo recording 'EP ONE' on Friday 10th June on KScope. Paul recently had a chat with XS Noize Editor-in-Chief Mark Millar to talk about the new record. Also Mark Millar talks to staff writer and Depeche Mode expert, David McElroy about the Depeche Mode album 'Black Celebration' which is 30 years old this year. This weeks unsigned band...

XS Noize Editor-in-Chief, Mark Millar talks to resident photographer Cortney Armitage about the highs and lows of gig photography. "Ever wondered what it's like to work in the music business? What happens in the studio? How do those magic tracks come to life? Danny Saber has worked in the biz for decades. A former member of Black Grape and Agent Provocateur, a prolific LA Club DJ and revered produ...

XS Noize Editor-in-Chief, Mark Millar talks to staff writer and photographer Tom Day about how unsigned bands/artists can feature on our 'XS Noize Unsigned Showcase'. After battling cancer, Hurricane #1 front man Alex Lowe has emerged triumphant and resurrected his old band with a new line up. In 2015 Hurricane #1 released their first album in 16 years, "Find What You Love And Let It Kill You" to...

XS Noize Editor-in-Chief, Mark Millar talks to staff writer and Radiohead expert, Lori Gava about the new release from Radiohead - A Moon Shaped Pool. Wendy James needs no introduction, she enjoyed massive success in the 80s and 90s with Transvision Vamp having huge hit singles and selling out venues. When the band folded Wendy recorded her solo albums which included working with Elvis Costello an...